1987 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW M6 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (288 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
